Fantastic lake view with access to beautiful expansive beaches

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

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Beach view
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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10816 Lost Valley Rd, montague, MI, 49437

Electric Forest
‪25 min drive‬
Gold Rush Water Park
‪30 min drive‬
Michigan's Adventure
‪32 min drive‬
Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Welcome to your Lake Michigan family getaway, complete with spectacular sunsets and gorgeous beaches. Enjoy long beach walks, dune hiking, the many breweries, art galleries and the Book Nook in Montague, a day at nearby Michigan Adventure, or just relax on your expansive deck, then relax some more on the beach. The house sits high on a dune across the street from the beach for an exceptional view. Drive right up to the house; ideal for those with limited mobility. The cottage has 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths; 1 bedroom and bath on main floor. If you absolutely need to work we have high speed internet and a desk area with a view. Kitchen is fully stocked and a gas grill is available. There are multiple beach access points nearby including Meinert Park and association beaches. Beach towels and chairs are available. Two window air conditioner units installed.

Minimum stay of 7 days from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends, Sunday to Sunday. Minimum 3 night stay prior to Memorial Day or after Labor Day.

No pets allowed due to association rules.

Property manager

Michael and Ivana

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A peaceful neighborhood that welcomes families.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

no pets; no smoking; no fires; obey speed limits; no street parking; outdoor light off and quiet time after 11pm (all of these are association rules)

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Montague

Located in Montague, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Little Sable Point Lighthouse and USS Silversides are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Lake State Park. Michigan's Adventure and Gold Rush Water Park are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

montague, MI

What's nearby

Electric Forest - 25 min drive - 17.5 km
Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm - 25 min drive - 21.9 km
Gold Rush Water Park - 30 min drive - 20.1 km
Michigan's Adventure - 32 min drive - 25.2 km
Stony Lake - 33 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sawyer's Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
‪Twisters Ice Cream - ‬20 min drive
‪Fetch Brewing Company - ‬21 min drive
‪Villa Venafro Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
‪Big John's Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic lake view with access to beautiful expansive beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic lake view with access to beautiful expansive beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic lake view with access to beautiful expansive beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic lake view with access to beautiful expansive beaches located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 9 miles (15 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Medbury Park. World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park and Bygone Basics are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Harold P.

2 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

The property was excellent. Very clean. Well-equipped kitchen. Very comfortable with beautiful views of Lake Michigan from the deck. Owners responsive to all questions. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lost Valley Rental 2024

We rented this house in Lost Valley for a period of two weeks in August 2024. The house is located in the second line of houses from the beach, halfway up the dunes. The view from the deck is great: you see roofs of houses in the first line but this house is much higher so you also see Lake Michigan. We enjoyed several beautiful sunsets with friends and family and a glass of wine. Even though the house is halfway up the dunes, there is a driveway that goes up and ends by the house so it is easy to unload luggage and groceries--and passengers. It was ideal for us since climbing uphill is challenging for some of us. The house has a combined living room/kitchen and a bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room on the first floor, and two bedrooms and a bathroom on the second floor. The beds slept well, the kitchen was fully equipped, and everything worked the way it should. And there is a beautiful Lake Michigan beach a short walk away! The owners are very kind and helpful. We met Michael shortly after we arrived and called him once when we could not find something and had an immediate response. The bottom line is that we had a perfect time during our stay in this house and we are ready to do it again.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place near perfect beaches

We were in town for a family reunion and rented this house for our family of five. Even though I grew up coming to Whitehall for summer vacations, I never knew this area existed. The house was beautiful, the beaches where perfect, and the hosts were very accommodating and communicated very well. We are already planning to return next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifford S.

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location

We loved the stay. The hosts were responsive to any issues we had. The location can't be beat, and the views of Lake Michigan were lovely.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

25 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage with breathtaking view

Lovely home, with simple and tasteful decor, close to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

21 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Piece of Paradise

Our family unanimously decided this was our favorite vacation spot to date. The cottage was exactly as described in the listing, very clean, nicely decorated, well stocked with necessities, & it offers a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan. The walk to the sandy beach & clear water was no more than a couple of minutes & well worth it. Communicating with our hosts, Michael & Ivana, was easy as they responded to questions quickly & made the process from booking the reservation to checkout simple. We would definitely recommend this location & hope to be back again next summer. Thank you, Michael & Ivana, for sharing your piece of paradise with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Trip

We rented the house for a golf trip to the West Side of the state. The place fit our needs perfectly. It was really nice to sit out on the front deck and relax after golfing and enjoying the fantastic views.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute treasure

Wonderful hosts! A tree fell on our original VRBO and they could not have been more accommodating in helping with a last-minute rental for my extended family. I came in from NY with my two teen daughters and my parents. The cottage is welcoming and beachy, up above street level so it has a beautiful lake view and soft breeze from the large deck. It is all VERY clean, and the kitchen and laundry are complete and ready for use. The owners have installed new a/c units in both the living room and front bedroom to help with the warm evening sun. The warmest room is the back bedroom, but my teens were perfectly happy to just run the box fan. There are many places to sleep and all of the beds were well-made and comfortable. We were able to use both beach access points with ease depending which family members were going to the water. The beaches are private to the Association and therefore not very busy! The driveway is steep, but on the days my mom was going to the beach we just drove her down the driveway and used the beach access that has about 20 stairs. There are plenty of games and a smart tv available but, who am I kidding, we were there for the soft sand and Big Lake. Thanks to these Michael and Ivana for creating a beautiful home away from home for my family!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten K.

14 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting and wonderful property

We loved our week in Montague. The property has a great location with an easy walk to the beach. The sand is soft and the beach is very clean. The views from the house are amazing. The house was very well kept and clean. A generous amount of towels including beach towels were provided, which we appreciated. Can't wait to be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Grand Blanc

26 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Montague Cottage on a dune

The view from the deck is amazing. Great cozy cottage with quick access to two beaches.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

26 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Our stay was great. Home is very clean and the deck is expansive. Pictures really do not do it justice! When we walked in the home it sorta took our breath away...it was very bright, clean and open with incredible views from all the windows. Its nestled away and right on Lake Mi. Enjoy beautiful sunsets right from the deck. The beach is just a small walk down the driveway and a few houses away. It is a steep driveway, because you're tuck into a bluff but it isnt a bad walk and it took no time at all to walk there. Also loved that you cam drive right up to the house, as not all the homes there have that option. No stars to hike up which makes it more desirable to me. The house had everything we needed. We were able to log into our own accounts to stream TV shows and movies. Sometimes cell service was spotty. There are some books and games there too. Owner made herself available right away and was very responsive. Loved the location. The town Montague was cute, not a ton of shopping like other beach towns but had things you need and some dining options. Recommend The Book Nook, The soda fountain, Papa's Pizza and Peckadills. Within 30 mins either way gets you to other ideal destinations to visit too: Pentwater, Silver Lake, Muskegon. Would definitely recommend and would look forward to staying again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colby S.

12 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful with a great view

We had a great experience and really enjoyed our stay. A great view of Lake Michigan and quick access to the beach/dunes. A very relaxing vacation. My wife and kids did not want to leave!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela C., Haslett, MI

19 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

The house is very nice and is located at the end of a deadend street. Gorgeous views of Lake Michigan and close, easy beach access. Plenty of things to do within 30 minutes. Good wifi. Nice neighbors. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

25 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Pictures don’t come close to how beautiful the view and property is. Very clean nice house with a gorgeous view. Will be back for sure. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan shore

Property is as advertised and better. House was very clean, neighborhood is quiet, and hosts were very nice and easy to work with.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D., Mt. Zion, United States

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View!

The house was nice, very clean and exactly as advertised. The view was phenomenal and loved that we could use the neighborhood private beach. It is a bit far to the nearest town, but the drive is very pretty. Would visit again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

7 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful location

Our stay here was absolutely wonderful. A very private beach and just a short walk through the sandy dunes to the beach. We wouldn’t hesitate to come back to this house for our next vacation. Perfect communication by the owners and there were no surprises for us! Wonderful memories, awesome photos for us, and on the beach every day!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Y.

3 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Vacation

My family and I (5 adults & 3 kids under 10) had a great week at the property. We had a short walk to an very quiet beautiful beach. We were able to be on the beach all day and enjoy family meals at the house before returning to soak in beautiful sunsets. We took day trips to Muskegon and to Ludington as well which were very reasonable drives for our crew. Both the indoor and outdoor space fit our group well and we wouldn't hesitate to rent the space again. We have rented VRBOs homes for vacation for the last 7 summers and this ranks as one of the best!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colly R., Springfield, US

24 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Beautiful views of the lake. Quiet neighborhood with a gorgeous beach. Everyone in the neighborhood turns their outside lights off to view the spectacular stars. Lovely week with close friends.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

ROSARIO R.

20 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

My family and I enjoyed quiet time and relaxation, we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary with our 7 year old by our side. The view from the home was spectacular also sunsets were just breathtaking.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly

20 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot

This house is perfect for a quiet, peaceful get-away. There is a beautiful view of the lake from the deck, and a cute little fawn visited a few times in the tall bluff grasses next to the deck. Beds were comfortable, and Michael and Ivana were very friendly and made themselves available for any questions or problems. Just FYI if you're planning a stay here: The only pantry items available were salt and pepper, and you might want to bring along a box of kleenex. And just in case it makes a difference to you, the long private road leading to the house has many speed bumps, which might be a consideration if you have a sensitive person in the car. The repeated jarring of the car- even when crossing the bumps from a complete stop- was difficult for a family member who had just had major surgery. The beds were comfortable, and all the rooms nicely decorated; a very welcoming place to stay. Overall, this was a wonderful place for us.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen Z.

17 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoying Lake Michigan.

Great beach just a short walk away with a dune you can still climb and shallow waters where you can enjoy the waves. Thank you for an amazing week away! We stopped at the Montegue Market on the way home. Next time we will go on Tuesday too. It was more than expected!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Austin

1 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home! Comfortable with great wifi, beautiful views, sunsets and close beach access.

Easy and prompt communication with owners.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Shanna B.

20 June 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very nice property with amazing sunset views.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Ivana

Languages:

English, French, Italian

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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